33 Management Group Announces Peter Eco as Executive Chef of both STIX and 33 Restaurant & Lounge

BOSTON—(March, 2008) 33 Management Group is very excited to announce that the acclaimed Peter Eco, Executive Chef of one of Boston’s Best New Restaurants for 2008; STIX, has been given the helm of the kitchen at sister and flagship establishment, 33 Restaurant & Lounge.

CEO and President of 33 Management Group, Greg Den Herder says, “Executive Chef Eco has been an enormous asset to the STIX team. We are extremely pleased to be able to have his expertise available in both restaurants. We are confident and eager to see 33 flourish in new ways under his creativity.” Since STIX opened its doors in November of 2007, the restaurant has received top marks from critics and customers alike. The ambiance mixed with a menu unlike anything else this city has seen has led to many nights of standing-room only at the Stanhope Street restaurant.

Eco personally challenges himself to be highly organized with a strong knowledge of culinary operations and presentation. His skill and passion shines through each meal served at STIX. Eco says, “I believe the key to success is having a calm kitchen where chefs concentrate on the food alone and enjoy their work.” He adds, “The results are not only reflected in the food but throughout the entire restaurant.” Over the years, Eco has learned the craft of cooking from a number of great and talented chefs where he has mastered cooking styles and recipes of French, Asian, Mediterranean, Moroccan and American cuisine. “I welcome the opportunity and challenge of making sure both STIX and 33 continue to offer the quality of food that has won such immense praise, and that keeps our customers coming back again and again. This is an exciting time in my career and I am honored to be given this opportunity,” Chef Eco says.

Eco was raised by his grandparents in New York City's Little Italy where he was strongly influenced by their cooking techniques. At an early age Eco discovered the art of cooking, using the freshest products, cooking them simply and maximizing the tastes and textures. After earning his degree at Johnson & Wales University in Providence, Rhode Island, he returned to NYC where he began his professional career under the direction of Chef Jonathan Waxman of Buds Restaurant. Most recently, Chef Eco was involved with a culinary event company and prior to that, he spent some time in the kitchens of Clio and Upstairs on the Square.

About 33 Restaurant Management Group: 33 Restaurant Management Group, which consists of CEO and President Greg Den Herder and Igor Blatnik have come together with Steven Carreiro to create STIX Restaurant & Lounge. 33 Restaurant Management Group owns and operates 33 Restaurant & Lounge and STIX Restaurant & Lounge, located at 33 and 35 Stanhope Street respectively, Boston, MA 02116. For more information log on to www.33restaurant.com or www.stixboston.com.

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